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How Radio and Film Transformed Canadian Lives: A Journey Through New Media

Explore the profound impact of new media, like radio and film, on Canadian society in the early 20th century. Discover the Rogers Radio, a Canadian innovation that made radio accessible to everyday people, and the establishment of the CBC in 1932, which revolutionized broadcasting. Uncover the contributions of iconic Canadian figures such as Mary Pickford, who became Hollywood's sweetheart, and Louis B. Mayer, a key player in Hollywood’s MGM. Witness how these developments shaped culture and entertainment in Canada and beyond.

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How Radio and Film Transformed Canadian Lives: A Journey Through New Media

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  1. The “New” Media How Radio and Film Changed the Lives of Canadians

  2. Mickey Mouse? Really?

  3. He’s Just an Ordinary ‘Canadian’

  4. What were the new media in 1920?

  5. Remember This? • The Rogers Radio • Cost $150when a car cost $395 • Made radio practical for regular people (not enthusiasts) • It was a Canadian invention

  6. The CBC • Created by the AIRD commission • First Broadcast 1932 • Reached 76% by 1939

  7. America’s Sweetheart • Mary Pickford was Canadian and was one of the biggest stars in Hollywood • At her peak earned $10 000/week • Founded United Artists with Charlie Chaplin & DW Griffith

  8. Steamboat Marie • Marie Dresslerstarred in over 40 movies during the early years of the industry • She was born in Cobourg(!)

  9. The ‘M’ in MGM • Louis B. Mayer • Famous for his spectacular style of films • Was the second M in MGM but became the main decision maker in one of Hollywoods biggest studios

  10. That’s Him Folks! • Jack Warner • Founded Warner Bros. Studios • The inspiration for Daffy Duck’s lisp. • Though he owned Mickey Mouse

  11. The appeal of Horror

  12. Dracula!

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